Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera

Recovery Matters! Podcast

rebecca@ccar.us (Kevin Connelli, Phil Valentine)

  • Conversations on Recovery: An Open Discussion with Kevin Connelli

Conversations on Recovery: An Open Discussion with Kevin Connelli

Tuesday 21st November 2023

Join Phil Valentine as he chats with Kevin Connelli about his addiction journey, recovery challenges, and hopes of becoming a recovery coach.
56 minutes
Raw
Insightful
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative

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Recovery Matters! Podcast
Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Kevin Connelli's Road to Recovery: A Candid Conversation

Episode Overview

  • Kevin shares the impact of his childhood experiences on his addiction journey
  • The discussion covers the challenges of maintaining sobriety and the resilience required in recovery
  • The concept of cumulative recovery and the significance of maintaining consecutive sobriety are explored
  • Phil and Kevin delve into the emotional turmoil and the journey to finding inner peace within recovery
  • The conversation provides valuable insights into the ongoing commitment to staying sober and finding gratification in recovery
I think for me consecutive works better. I don't want to say, 'Okay, I've got six days this week, I'm going to stay in recovery, and on the seventh day, I'm going to go party.' Five days next week probably wouldn't work too well for me. I'm just talking about me. I don't know, it might work for somebody, but it wouldn't work for me.
Ever wondered what it's like to battle addiction and come out on the other side? In this episode of Recovery Matters, Phil Valentine sits down with Kevin Connelli for a raw and honest chat about his journey through addiction and recovery. Kevin opens up about how his childhood experiences shaped his struggles with drugs and alcohol, leading to a relentless cycle of recovery and relapse.
He doesn't shy away from discussing the emotional rollercoaster that addiction brings, including the impact it had on his relationships and his quest for inner peace. But it's not all gloom; Kevin also shares his hopes of becoming a recovery coach to help others facing similar battles. The conversation covers everything from the early signs of addiction in his teenage years to the crucial role of faith and the constant fear of relapse.
Kevin's story is a testament to the resilience required to stay sober and the importance of helping others as part of the recovery process. This episode offers a deep dive into the complexities of addiction and the ongoing journey to find peace and purpose. If you're looking for an unfiltered, heartfelt discussion on recovery, this episode is a must-listen.